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Alfa Anderson, Vocalist Behind Chic Hits Including 'Good Times' and 'Le Freak,' Dies at 78: 'Forever Loved'

Alfa Anderson, vocalist of Chic dance hits such as 'Good Times' and 'Le Freak,' has died at age 78.

According to her official bio, she made her professional debut in Cannonball Adderley's Big Man(1976), which premiered at Carnegie Hall, and later went on to star in the Lincoln Center's production of Children of the Fire, a piece scored by legendary trumpeter "Hannibal" Marvin Peterson. In 1977, Anderson’s life changed when Luther Vandross introduced her to Rodgers and his writing partner Bernard Edwards, who were leading members of the newly formed Chic. “During her tenure, Alfa inspired and transformed the lives of our young people and community with her profound grace, wisdom, artistry and indomitable spirit,” the school wrote in a touching statement on Instagram.

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